Cony uses quick puck movement to top Dragons 6-2

Cony’s cooperative boys ice hockey team built an early lead with fast, unselfish play and went on to a 6-2 victory over the Brunswick/Freeport Dragons at Bowdoin College’s Watson Arena on Jan. 12. Freshman Chase Callahan scored twice as Cony extended its winning streak, while goaltender Caleb Morgan provided steady netminding. Brunswick/Freeport starter Michael Shoemaker took the loss in goal.

The game was decided early. Cony opened with a first period that emphasized quick puck movement and team chemistry, creating separation and forcing the Dragons to chase for much of the night. Cony converted those early chances and then managed the pace, adding goals in the middle and later stages to keep Brunswick/Freeport at bay.

After the opening surge, the middle frame saw both clubs adjust at the lines, with Cony sustaining offensive pressure and the Dragons mounting occasional counters. Brunswick/Freeport managed two goals over the course of the game but could not string together enough sustained pressure to overcome Cony’s balanced attack. The final period featured disciplined defensive play from Cony and timely clearances that preserved the margin.

Statistically, Callahan led Cony with two goals. Caleb Morgan was the primary presence in goal for Cony, and Michael Shoemaker started in net for Brunswick/Freeport. Several Cony skaters contributed goals and assists, underscoring the team’s depth and the cooperative nature of the roster.

For Sagadahoc County, the result matters beyond a single scoreline. Cony’s continued run of wins strengthens its position in the local circuit and provides momentum for a program built on shared responsibility and puck movement rather than individual heroics. The victory also sends a message to youth players and area programs that disciplined passing and team defense can overcome size or experience mismatches. Playing at Watson Arena offered a higher-profile stage for both squads, drawing community attention and giving local families and younger athletes a model of workable systems at a competitive level.

Coaching staffs on both sides will walk away with clear takeaways: execution of simple plays, attention to line changes, and goaltending consistency remain decisive. For the Dragons, tightening neutral-zone coverage and converting sustained pressure into high-danger chances will be priorities. For Cony, maintaining the chemistry that produced the first-period separation will be key as the schedule intensifies.

The takeaway? Keep an eye on the Cony group — their ball-in-a-net mentality on ice is contagious, and showing up to support local games helps feed that momentum. Our two cents? Watch how the simple things — crisp passes and support for the puck carrier — keep paying off, and bring the kids to see it in person so the next generation learns the system.